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Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBOA) to Antananarivo (TNR)

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Antananarivo.$955 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $955, select.
Antananarivo.$955 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $955, select.
Antananarivo.$956 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $956, select.
Antananarivo.$956 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $956, select.
Antananarivo.$959 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $959, select.
Antananarivo.$961 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $961, select.
Antananarivo.$963 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $963, select.
Antananarivo.$964 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Antananarivo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Antananarivo on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From $964, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Antananarivo flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,138
Aug
from $956
Sep
from $955
Oct
from $985
Nov
from $964
Dec
from $1,009
Jan
from $1,009
Feb
from $1,005
Mar
from $1,010
Apr
from $963
May
from $1,013
Jun
from $1,128

Direct flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo

Nairobi to Antananarivo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Nairobi to Antananarivo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Antananarivo.

Nairobi to Antananarivo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$955
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo is $955. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Antananarivo.
Kenya Airways, KLM and Delta fly direct from Nairobi to Antananarivo.
As of July 2025, there are 44 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Antananarivo.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo Airport on Monday, 1 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Antananarivo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Antananarivo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Nairobi. Explore your options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL) when organising your flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR).

  • Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport flight.

  • Nairobi and Antananarivo (where Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • The most popular route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR). You can pick from 10 direct services every week. Kenya Airways operates a 11:40am departure between NBO and TNR.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nairobi to TNR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR) operate from here.

  • When jetting out of NBO, you can catch a direct flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport with Kenya Airways.

  • Kenya Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from NBO to TNR.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Kenya Airways.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Nairobi to TNR departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

  • The journey from central Nairobi to NBO takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Nairobi to WIL in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 15 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Nairobi to TNR flight? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

About Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport is $549. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $955. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Snap up cheap flights from Nairobi to TNR by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flight tickets from Nairobi to TNR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport (TNR). August is the most popular month to visit Antananarivo. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in February.

  • When booking your Nairobi to TNR flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. November is the warmest month in Antananarivo, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Antananarivo Ivato International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).

More about Antananarivo

Explore more of Madagascar

  • Antsirabe is just one of the many cities in Madagascar waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Antananarivo. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Our Lady of La Salette, Cathedral and Andranovisy.

  • Fianarantsoa is another favourite destination in Madagascar and is around 290 kilometres south of Antananarivo. No trip is complete without seeing Andrainjato Fianarantsoa, Natural pool and Jardin Botanique Anosy.

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